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Judy Murray’s Dark Thoughts, Olivia Cooke’s On-Set Struggles & A Cosy Crime From The Tennis Coach
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Judy Murray, the mother of tennis stars Andy and Jamie, has revealed startlingly dark thoughts she experienced after the birth of her children. Elsewhere, House of the Dragon star Olivia Cooke has spoken out about the emotional toll of filming intimate scenes, and is calling for better training for directors. Plus, Murray herself is swapping the tennis court for the world of ‘cosy crime’ with her new novel.
Judy Murray reveals Disturbing Postpartum Thoughts
Tennis matriarch Judy Murray has opened up about the intense and unsettling thoughts she battled after giving birth to her sons. in a candid interview, she recounted the bleakness she felt. “After the first baby, I’d say, ‘Let them die,'” she admitted. “After the second baby, I said, ‘I’ll go and kill them myself.'”
Despite the shocking nature of these confessions, Murray appears to be in a good place now, enjoying a fulfilling relationship with musician Brian O’Doherty. She describes him as someone who “adores me, doesn’t bore me and does all my chores.” This highlights a stark contrast between her past struggles and her current contentment. The revelation offers a raw and honest glimpse into the often-hidden realities of postpartum mental health, a topic gaining increasing attention and understanding.
Game, Set, Murder! Judy Serves Up Crime Novel
Spared the pressure of watching son Andy compete at Wimbledon, Judy Murray is channeling her energy into a new creative pursuit: writing. She’s embracing the genre of ‘cosy crime’ with her second novel, Game, Set & Murder.
“Basically, a tennis coach gets murdered,” Murray succinctly summarized the plot. Though, she was quick to reassure fans that this isn’t a reflection of her own personality. ”It’s a whodunit. It could be any one of the ladies’ first team,” she added.
The 65-year-old former tennis coach retired from teaching in 2023 to focus on her writing career,having already released her debut novel,The Wild Card,in the same year. She cites British author Santa Montefiore as a key inspiration,though playfully notes that even Montefiore hasn’t displayed quite the same “bloodlust.” Murray’s foray into fiction demonstrates a interesting career pivot, showcasing her versatility and creative ambition.
Olivia Cooke Calls for Intimacy Coordination Training on Set
House of the Dragon star Olivia Cooke has bravely spoken out about the emotional impact of filming sex scenes, advocating for mandatory intimacy coordination training for directors.Cooke revealed that certain scenes have left her feeling deeply vulnerable and depleted.
“Sometimes a sex scene takes a piece of you, which it shouldn’t,” she explained. “It should feel in-keeping with the story, and you shouldn’t have to sacrifice a part of yourself… Sometimes I have felt like chunks have been taken out of me.”
The 31-year-old actress believes that directors need to be equipped with the necessary skills and language to navigate these sensitive scenes with respect and sensitivity. “Directors should go through an intimacy coordinating course so they have the language and the tools to talk to us,” she urged. Cooke’s candidness shines a light on the often-overlooked emotional labor involved in performing intimate scenes and underscores the importance of prioritizing actor well-being on set. Her call for improved training is a crucial step towards creating a safer and more respectful working environment within the film industry.